Port of Brisbane delivers strong trade for FY25
For FY25, the Port of Brisbane has delivered again for Queensland, with strong trade volumes, and ongoing sustainable development of the port bringing in increased economic activity to the port precinct.
About $73.5b in international cargo was handled through the Port for FY25. This was realised through a record 1.62m TEU (20-foot equivalent containers) and a 7.8% increase in total tonnage to 34.9mt of trade, with sustained population growth and good agricultural conditions across the Port’s area underpinning trade outcomes.
Port of Brisbane chief executive Neil Stephens says the port was central to Queensland’s economic growth.
“A safe and efficient Port of Brisbane powers the state economy, connects communities and keeps Queensland moving,” he said.
“It was another record year for containers with Port of Brisbane handling 1.62m TEU including full import container volumes of 693,00 TEU and full container exports of 395,000 TEU.
“Container imports remained strong due to Southeast Queensland’s population growth, with building materials and household goods performing well.”
Other key highlights and achievements include:
- More than $212m invested in port infrastructure and property developments
- 154 cruise ship calls at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal (BICT), and in January the 2-millionth passenger movement through the BICT since opening (includes disembark, embark and transit)
- Maintained Net Zero Emissions (scope 1 and 2, with offsets)
- Seven property developments delivered for customers (new and expanded facilities) including one development for Electrolux Group targeting its first 6-Star Green Star rating.
According to a 2024 report by Deloitte Access Economics, the Port of Brisbane and its supply chain contributed $11b to the Queensland economy in FY24, supporting around 73,000 jobs, including about 10,380 in the port precinct, potentially growing to $13.4b and 82,000 jobs by 2032.